Kids Football Classes For 5 Year Olds
From the age of five, your child can join our BSS football classes. They will be our BSS Minis group which is our youngest age group. Within this group, we will begin to open their minds to all the possibilities of what they are capable of with a football. This will be the beginning of them becoming a highly skilled footballer.
How Our Kids Football Classes For 5 Year Olds Are Structured
With our kids football classes for 5 year olds, the session begins with introductions, the coach will talk about their expectations for the class and then we will warm up.
After a good warm up, we move on to body and ball manipulation which we do to music. Next, we will work on one topic, such as juggling, passing, dribbling etc. Then, we move onto a small side game where we work through Futebol de Salão game situations. We focus on individual technical work with the ball for no less than 60% of the session. The final 40% is for working on Futebol de salão game situations.
At this age, your kid will be attending sessions that are 60-90 minutes long and they should be attending 1-3 sessions per week.
What Is The ICFDS Skills Badge Scheme?
When your 5 year old joins our Brazilian Soccer Schools football classes, they will be given a soft introduction to the ICFDS Skills Badge Scheme.
The ICFDS Skills Badge Scheme is designed to help the players push back on barriers as to what is possible with a football. With our football classes, our aim is to have your child gain complete mastery of the ball.
At the age of 5, your kid will be within the two preliminary levels – 1st Step and Kick Start.
The Badge Scheme is for everyone, to challenge and create ambition and, through hard work and practice, show that they can achieve anything they set their mind to.
How Is Brazilian Soccer Schools Training Different?
Brazilian Soccer Schools training is different because our football training is based on Futebol de Salão, which is the original Brazilian version of futsal.
Futebol de Salão is a variant of association football but it is played with smaller teams of 5 players on each team. It is played on a pitch that is the size of a basketball court with a heavier, smaller ball that has virtually no bounce.
We use this as the basis for our training because it is a faster paced, tightly compressed and high pressure game which leads to 600% more touches of the ball. This leads to highly skilled players like our graduates Michah Richards, Abby Towers, Marlon Fossey and Indi Cowie.
The 4 Key Aspects Of BSS Methodology
There are four key aspects to our training methodology.
These are:
- Emphasis on individual skills
- Futebol de Salão
- Increased time training with the ball
- Physical, mental & tactical training
All of these four key aspects allow us to make the kids we train highly skilled players who could reach the top in football.
FAQs for football classes for 5 year olds
Get answers to some frequently asked questions for 5 year olds
How long are the classes for 5 year olds?
Our classes for 5 year olds are 60-90 minutes long. The exact time will depend on the class you attend but, for the younger kids, they do not exceed 90 minutes.
Which class is best for my 5 year old?
Your 5 year old will be in our BSS Minis classes which are designed for 5-8 year olds.
Are parents involved in the classes?
No, parents are not involved in our BSS classes. Our coaches will solely be the ones training and helping the kids.
What kind of equipment is used in the classes?
We use smaller, heavier Size 2 footballs. All other equipment will be age appropriate to help your child develop their football skills. Everything will be provided in class so you do not need to purchase anything. However, if your kid wants to practice at home, Size 2 footballs can be purchased from our online store
Do I have to buy the BSS kit?
Yes, you do have to buy the BSS kit. This can be purchased from our online store.
Where is my nearest class?
We have classes across the UK and on the Channel Islands. Click here to find your local class.